Being Savvy: Your guide to activities and fun things to do with your preschoolers and kids in Long Beach, CA

Parks and Playgrounds

Go for a Spin

December 29, 2008

Was there a new set of wheels under the tree this year? Riding a tricycle, bike, or scooter can help preschoolers develop large motor skills and get a little exercise at the same time.  My daughter couldn't wait to try out the new big-girl bike Santa brought, so Friday we put it in the trunk and headed off to ride the trails.   Here are some paths around Long Beach where kids can take  Read more...

10 Things to Do in Long Beach Before Your Child Grows Up

October 20, 2008

When I was a new mother, the days seemed to stretch into infinity. But as I think about kindergarten next year, I have been feeling a little wistful about the end of this part of our lives. Here are some pleasures to savor with your kids before they grow up: Pet a shark at the Aquarium of the Pacific touch tank. Walk along 2 nd Street in Belmont Shore , then sit and eat at an  Read more...

Room to Run

October 17, 2008

When I was a kid, I spent a lot of time playing outside in the woods. We gathered sticks and poked at anthills, dug for fossils and climbed trees. Our mouths were stained with blackberry juice, and we broke out in rashes from poison ivy. I sometimes wish my daughter had the same freedom to roam and explore, minus the poison ivy of course. When I want to give Bella a little taste of  Read more...

Five Ways to Enjoy Long Beach Parks

October 15, 2008

Our backyard is the size of a postage stamp, so we spend a lot of time at the park. For a while we were regulars at Livingston, and then as my daughter got older we migrated to Rec Park. These days, we like to mix it up. Here are some of our favorite things to do at parks around town: Spot the blue pyramid from Discovery Well Park . From Discovery Well Park, a top Signal  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in long beach

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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